The Portfolio Book |
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Author:
| Shores, Elizabeth F. Grace, Cathy |
Series title: | Gryphon House Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-13-170534-0 |
Publication Date: | Aug 2004 |
Publisher: | Prentice Hall PTR
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Imprint: | Prentice Hall |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $25.33 |
Book Description:
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This book provides portfolio assessment techniques in easy-to-manage steps. These steps are simple enough to become part of the everyday teaching process, making portfolio assessment an exciting exploration of each child's learning adventure. The book offers a variety of features, including: portfolio assessment theory; practical, easy-to-use applications; a complete, usable set of handy forms, all designed to streamline the process of portfolio assessment; photos of items to...
More DescriptionThis book provides portfolio assessment techniques in easy-to-manage steps. These steps are simple enough to become part of the everyday teaching process, making portfolio assessment an exciting exploration of each child's learning adventure. The book offers a variety of features, including: portfolio assessment theory; practical, easy-to-use applications; a complete, usable set of handy forms, all designed to streamline the process of portfolio assessment; photos of items to include in portfolios; an emphasis on family involvement; and an emphasis on teacher reflection.A ten-step portfolio process to make portfolio assessment both simple and exquisitely thorough. Some steps include: establishing a portfolio policy, collecting work samples, keeping systematic records, preparing narrative reports on behavior/activities, using three-way portfolio conferences, and preparing pass-along portfolios.For teachers using portfolio assessment for the first time, and for teachers experienced in portfolio assessment seeking new and helpful material.